VVS Laxman set for new role as India Director of Cricket

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

VVS Laxman set for new role as India Director of Cricket
Summary

VVS Laxman is reportedly poised to become the Director of Cricket for the BCCI, a newly created role overseeing all cricketing operations for Team India. His responsibilities will include conducting performance reviews, managing key appointments, and overseeing selection processes. Previously linked to head coach or chief selector positions, Laxman had downplayed these speculations, reaffirming his commitment to other cricketing roles. The BCCI aims to enhance its management structure as it looks to improve team performance, particularly after recent defeats in major series. Laxman's formal appointment is yet to be confirmed.

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  • Laxman likely to oversee Team India's cricketing operations.
  • Role includes conducting performance reviews and managing key appointments.
  • BCCI creating the Director of Cricket position for the first time.
  • Laxman had previously distanced himself from head coach discussions.
  • Ongoing struggles with team performance prompted this management change.
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  • 4:49 AMYahoo SportsNot head coach or chief selector: VVS Laxman set for powerful India Director of Cricket role with 4 major responsibilities - Report
What they're saying
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While many experts believed that VVS Laxman would be splitting the coaching duties with Gautam Gambhir, a recent update sets the former Indian great for the director of cricket role.

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